Fort Worth is only as strong as its leaders.

Career Experience +

Founding CEO of Success Fort Worth Executive Coaching, Fort Worth’s most trusted coaching and consulting firm.

Founding CEO of RIDE Television Network, Fort Worth’s first and only national television network – dedicated to sharing the “Horse Lifestyle”around the world

Founding Executive Director of the Fort Worth Business Assistance Center – named “National Model for Business Innovation”by the President

Co-Creator & Program Director of the FWinc. Magazine “Entrepreneur of Excellence Awards” honoring Fort Worth’s best private business owners

Senior Partner at Kasper & Associates, Fort Worth’s most trusted M&A firm

Founder & CEO of Salon Support, Inc., Nations second-largest distributor of tanning lotion products and equipment

Founder & CEO of Ford Leadership Solutions, Fort Worth-based strategy consulting firm focusing on multi-generational and family owned private businesses

Founding Partner & VP of Sidelights, Inc., Reflectorized America’s trucking fleets and railroad cars

Founding VP & General Manager of Flash Foto, Fort Worth’s first chain of 8 one-hour-photo finishing labs

General Manager of Steak & Ale Restaurants, America’s first and largest chain of full-service dinner restaurants

Trainings & Certifications +

• Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year– Supporter of Entrepreneurship
• Entrepreneur-In-Residence– Kauffman Foundation
• Exporter of the Year– U.S. Small Business Administration
• Certified Associate Professional Coach– International Coach Federation
• Biblical Counseling Certificate– Southwestern Theological Seminary
• Professional Speakers Academy Graduate– National Speakers Association
• Servant Leadership Award – Dallas Baptist University

Published Articles +

FWInc. Magazine – Three Years of Bi-Monthly Articles – “Entrepreneurial Success” – http://www.fwtx.com/fwinc

Acievements +

"400 most Influential people in Fort Worth”, 2020 Fort Worth Inc. Entrepreneur of Excellence Award for supporting other entrepreneurs

Education +

• Oklahoma State University - B.S. Hotel & Restaurant Administration
• Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary – Education & Counseling

Personal & Family +

Tony and his wife Jane have been married for 42 years, have two sons and daughter-in-laws and two grand daughters. Over the years their ministry focus has been to disciple hundreds of young married couples and new Christians.

Client Comments +

“Tony is a man of integrity and honor. He truly understands the art of coaching leaders and entrepreneurs to get them to perform at their highest level. Tony genuinely cares about his clients and their progress as leaders. He operates at the highest ethical and moral standards. You will not find someone more committed to his clients than Tony. I found something of value both professionally and personally in my coaching sessions with him. He is the best!”

Martin Noto Executive Vice President Chief Lending Officer Ciera Bank

“Having Tony coach our business is like having a personal Warren Buffet, Dalai Lama, Bobby Fischer, and Vince Lombardi all together with his undivided attention. He is the single greatest human asset we have in our corner. I anticipate that we will in some form always be engaged with him in our business. In fact, if you have businesses in your portfolio that are experiencing slow growth, dis-functional ownership/management or need to organize themselves to succeed; Tony is the guy you need!”

Andrew & Lisa Fuld Four Color Press

Tony has been instrumental in my career growth, providing guidance and expertise that propelled me to new heights. His thought-provoking questions and unwavering support have helped me uncover my true potential. I highly recommend Tony for transformative leadership development.

Shawn Michael President, Lon Smith Roofing

I have known Tony for 30+ years, but really got to know him via my coaching sessions. Not only did Tony help me focus on clarity and execution of a business plan, he also taught me how to build success around an all-encompassing life plan. Taking care of my faith, family, and work plan, makes for a successful life plan. I have seen all aspects of my life improve from my time with Tony.

Craig M. Harbuck Executive Vice President Higginbotham

Tony has completely changed my life; personally, professionally, and spiritually. He has guided me through some very challenging situations with grace and wisdom. Since I have been working with Tony, I have improved as a Husband, Father, Business Owner, and Christian. I value the time that I get to send with him each week.

Jeramy Williams, Architect, NCARB Principal Architect JAW Architects, Inc.

My first question when I met with Tony was – “How can I like my business again?” He helped me with this and more. Tony has a way of simplifying complex problems and issues and finding the thing behind the thing. Not only did my business satisfaction – and success – improve, but also my personal life, in ways I didn’t think were connected. Tony is a continuing force in my business today and has helped my staff and me work through several difficult situations and end up much better than we started.

Gregory W. Monroe Baker and Monroe, PLLC Board Certified - Commercial Real Estate Law Texas Board of Legal Specialization

“Tony is at his best sitting down in one-to-one coaching sessions. He brings decades of experience and a generous heart for helping others get unstuck from what holds them back. This was acknowledged by his business owner peers, as Tony was named BOARD MEMBER OF THE YEAR multiple times. Tony makes the time to give back to others, especially those in greatest need.”

VALERIE AND ED RIEFENSTAHL OWNERS, THE ALTERNATIVE BOARD

Since investing in my coaching relationship with Tony my entire life has improved. My business has grown, and I finally feel like the owner instead of an employee of the business. I am experiencing more freedom and I’m totally enjoying life. Most importantly though I’m a better husband and a better father. My family experiences me as the person God knows me to be instead of a hurried, and much more impatient version of me. I’m absolutely loving life. Thank you, Tony!!

Michael Moore President and CEO M3 Networks

"Tony was, and remains to be, an enormous part of the re-birth of our business. After 9 years of stagnant business practices that were not necessarily in our best interest, Tony opened our eyes to the overall disconnect. He made us see that "agreement, respect, and kindness" is the most critical recipe for success, professionally and personally. We would highly recommend his coaching services to anyone needing a wake-up call, encouragement, "straight shooting" advice, or helpful tips to ensure one's success."

Joanne & Nathan Weber Proprietors T & P Tavern

Tony opened my eyes not only to the deficiencies within my business but also helped me understand that “When you set it up right, it runs right!” His wisdom and insight along with his unwavering honesty has brought about a new self-awareness; helping me accelerate the growth of my business and even my personal life. Being coached by this incredible man has given me something invaluable – a “true blessing” to my company, relationships, and life. I’m eternally grateful for Tony Ford!

Corey Sands Vice President BHM Entertainment

“Tony operates consistently with honesty and integrity, and I’m thankful for the time and effort he devoted to me, my family, our team, and our companies. To successfully engage the decisions and trials our teams were facing, I was in need of a confident, capable and willing mentor. Tony was just that, and his attitude was all in. He has encouraged me, coached me, counseled me, and lifted me and my family in prayer. He has provided both personal and professional wisdom; each of those easily crossing over into the other. During the year and a half Tony spent with us, many goals were realized and exceeded along with the residual overflow into other areas.”

Jon Pastusek CEO, XS Sight Systems

Tony Ford is so much more than a business coach. I come away from sessions with him armed with tools and resources that not only make me a better business leader and entrepreneur, but a better person overall. Working with Tony helps me refine my thinking, discover my blind spots to challenge my biases, and learn to better utilize my resources.

Nneka Ejere Pharmacist & “Survivor” Participant